Career Timeline of Will Grier: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Will Grier, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Will Grier is an American football quarterback currently playing for the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL. He played college football at both Florida and West Virginia before being drafted by the Carolina Panthers in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft. His career highlights include his time as a Mountaineer, though he is still seeking to establish himself as a consistent NFL starter.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

December 19, 2015: Plans to Transfer Schools

On December 19, 2015, Will Grier announced his plan to transfer from Florida to another school following his suspension.

April 6, 2016: Transfer to West Virginia University

On April 6, 2016, Will Grier announced that he was transferring to West Virginia University.

June 20, 2017: NCAA Grants Waiver, Eligible to Play

On June 20, 2017, the NCAA granted Will Grier a waiver, making him eligible to play in the season opener against Virginia Tech.

December 14, 2017: Returning for Senior Season

On December 14, 2017, Will Grier announced he would return for his senior season instead of entering the 2018 NFL draft.

2019: Preparing for NFL Draft

At the end of the 2018 season, Will Grier announced he would not play in the Camping World Bowl to prepare for the 2019 NFL draft.

2019: First Career Start

In 2019, Will Grier made his first career start in Week 16 against the Indianapolis Colts, throwing for 224 yards and three interceptions in a 38-6 loss. In Week 17 against the New Orleans Saints, he threw for four yards and a pick-six before exiting the game due to a foot injury.

2019: Drafted by Carolina Panthers

In 2019, Will Grier was drafted by the Carolina Panthers in the third round (100th overall) of the NFL draft.

September 1, 2021: Claimed by Dallas Cowboys

On September 1, 2021, Will Grier was claimed off waivers by the Dallas Cowboys to be the third-string quarterback.

2021: Released by the Panthers

In 2021, after the Carolina Panthers traded for Sam Darnold, Will Grier was released by the team.

August 30, 2022: Waived by Cowboys, Signed to Practice Squad

On August 30, 2022, Will Grier was waived by the Dallas Cowboys and signed to the practice squad the next day.

August 26, 2023: Notified of Release After Preseason Game

On August 26, 2023, after the Cowboys acquired Trey Lance, Will Grier was notified he would be part of the last cuts but was given the chance to play a complete preseason game. He was later waived on August 29.